Best Schools in Rio Grande, PR
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High
Choosing a school in Rio Grande?
Use this page to compare every school in Rio Grande by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Antera Rosado Fuentes
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rafael De Jesus
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rafael Rexach Dueno
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rio Grande for 2026 are Antera Rosado Fuentes (9.0/10), Rafael De Jesus (8.4/10), and Rafael Rexach Dueno (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$129,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$129,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rio Grande
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antera Rosado Fuentes | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Rafael De Jesus | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Rafael Rexach Dueno | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Liberata Iraldo | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Casiano Cepeda | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Felix Sanchez Cruz | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Edmundo Del Valle Cruz | 4.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Carmen Feliciano Carrera | 4.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Pedro Falu Orellano | 4.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $26,980
- Median home value
- $129,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
30% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rio Grande compares
Puerto Rico rank
#54 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$27k
111% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Rio Grande, PR
Rio Grande, PR is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Rio Grande show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Rio Grande is Antera Rosado Fuentes with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rio Grande is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Rio Grande's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $26,980. The poverty rate in the area is 36.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 409 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 226 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 178 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 245 students · Pre-K–7th | 5.8 |
| 5 | 144 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.9 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 333 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 287 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 160 students · 6th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 630 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
| 3 | 50 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
Schools in Rio Grande
Rio Grande, PR · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$26,980
Median Home Value
$129,800
Median Rent
$580/mo
Population
47,077
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Community Profile
Rio Grande has a median household income of $26,980. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $129,800, with a median rent of $580/month. The area has a poverty rate of 36.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Rio Grande, PR
How many schools are in Rio Grande, PR?
Rio Grande has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rio Grande, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rio Grande is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Rio Grande, PR?
The top-ranked school in Rio Grande on MySchoolScout is Antera Rosado Fuentes with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rio Grande, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rio Grande on MySchoolScout is Antera Rosado Fuentes with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Rio Grande, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Rio Grande on MySchoolScout is Liberata Iraldo with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Rio Grande, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Rio Grande on MySchoolScout is Casiano Cepeda with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Rio Grande, PR?
Rio Grande is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Rio Grande, PR?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Rio Grande have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rio Grande, PR?
The median household income in Rio Grande is approximately $26,980 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rio Grande, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rio Grande is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rio Grande, PR?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Puerto Rico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.